tall class xiv 2014-2016tall.tamu.edu/files/2010/08/tall-xiv-application2.pdf · 2 lubbock/amarillo...

TALL Class XIV2014-2016

The following items are contained herein: Page #:

I. Application

A. Selection Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

B. Selection Procedure & Proposed Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Proposed Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

C. Expectations and Responsibilities: Expectations, Conduct, Participation, Expenses, Dress Code, Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 9

D. Application Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

E. Application for TALL XIV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 15

F. Employer Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

II. Application References

A. Personal Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19

B. Personal Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 21

C. Professional Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 23

D. Professional Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 - 25

III. Application Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Dr. Jim Mazurkiewicz Regent’s Fellow, Professor and Leadership Program DirectorTexas Agricultural Lifetime LeadershipTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service600 John Kimbrough Blvd, Suite 5182137 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843979/ 845-1554; Fax: 979/862-1516http://tall.tamu.edu;[email protected]

http://tall.tamu.edu

mailto:[email protected]

1

I. APPLICATION

2

A:

Texas Agricultural Selection CriteriaLifetime Leadership TALL XIV____________________________________________________2014-2016

The Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership (TALL) program is designed for men andwomen to enhance their leadership careers. This is a program sponsored by the TexasA&M AgriLife Extension Service, a part of the Texas A&M System. Applicants must be aU.S. citizen, a resident of Texas and/or have agricultural investments in Texas with acommitment to Texas agriculture and associated industries. Following is the selectioncriteria:

Applicant must be actively involved in farming, ranching or business closely related toagriculture which includes the food and fiber industries.

Men and women are equally encouraged to participate.

Spouse, brothers/sisters will not be selected in the same class. A spouse of a TALLgraduate is ineligible for program participation in consecutive classes. One two-year classperiod must elapse before spouse eligibility.

Faculty of colleges, universities, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and secondaryschool systems working in agricultural fields are not eligible to participate.

Candidates must document to the satisfaction of the selection committee that he/she willbe able to be away from the farm, ranch, business and/or home as required for fullparticipation in the program. A document is required stating that spouse, employer,partners or other persons with a vested interest understand the time requirements forparticipation and support the applicant’s candidacy.

Applicant must demonstrate ability to participate meaningfully in academic seminars,outside reading, written assignments, and thorough self expression during the selectioninterview.

The applicant must support and abide by all policies, rules and regulations of the TexasAgricultural Lifetime Leadership Advisory Board.

Applicants will be reviewed for the following qualities:Leadership Integrity Potential for GrowthLeadership Effectiveness Commitment to ParticipateAnalytical Skills Vocational CommitmentCommunication Skills Overall Leadership Potential

There are no specific education requirements.

3

B:Texas Agricultural Selection ProcedureLifetime Leadership TALL XIV

2014-2016

ParticipantsThe Selection Committee shall select approximately 25 participants from a pool of qualifiedapplicants. Participants will be selected from across the state, without regard to socioeconomiclevel, race, color, sex, religion, disability, or national origin. It is not unusual for candidates toapply more than once before acceptance. Repeat applications are encouraged.

Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements will be evaluated on the information obtained fromthe application form and references. The final selection will be made from those chosen by theSelection Committee for personal interview.

March 15, 2014 Applications postmarked and/or due in the TALL program office

Late March, 2014 Applicants notified on interview selectionApril & May, 2014 Interviews with selected applicantsJune 2014 Class announced

Proposed Calendar(*ALL Dates Subject to Change Due to Any Unforseen Circumstances*)

SEMINAR LOCATION DATE

1 College Station July 8-11, 2014

2 Lubbock/Amarillo 0ctober 21-24, 2014

3 Austin January 20-23, 2015

4 Washington DC/Maryland &New York

April 18-25, 2015

5 Houston/Gulf Coast July 21-24, 2015

6 California Oct. 26-30, 2015

7 Tyler/East Texas January 19-22, 2016

8 International April 22-May 4, 2016

9 Graduation/College Station June 3, 2016

4

TALL XIV PROPOSEDCURRICULUM & CALENDAR

(*ALL Dates Subject to Change Due to Any Unforseen Circumstances*)

DATE LOCATION ISSUE(S) LEADERSHIP THEME

July 8-11, 2014 College Station

#1

Team & Group Dynamics, Semantics of Teams, TAM System,Professional Image & Etiquette, Challenge Course (ROPES),Bush Presidential Library, Brazos Valley Agriculture,Agriculture Research.

Extension, Education,

Expectations

Oct. 21-24, 2014 Lubbock/Amarillo

#2

Feedlots, Packing Plants, Wheat, Corn, Dairy, Cotton,Soybean, Grain Sorghum, Peanuts, Equine, Texas TechUniversity and Agriculture Research.

Production, Producers,

Progress

Jan. 20-23, 2015 Austin

#3

State Government: Legislative Process, Agencies, Taxes &Appropriations, Trade, Judicial Process, Transportation.

Leadership, Legislation,

Laws

April 18-25,2015 Washington D.C./

Maryland/New York

#4

National Government: Congressional Process, Agencies,Homeland Security, Financial District, Textiles, Trade,Transportation, Port Authority, Food Distribution, New England Agriculture.

Leadership, Legislation,

Laws / DC

Economics, Etiquette, Exports / NY

July 21-24, 2015 Houston/Gulf Coast

#5

Port of Houston, Oil & Gas, Urban Issues, Gulf CoastFarming & Ranching, Ecosystems, Food Distribution,Corporate Agriculture, Rice & Beef Production, Gulf CoastEnvironmental Issues

Energy, Ecology,

Environment

Oct. 26-30, 2015 California

#6

Ag Policy, Immigration, Labor, Environmental Issues,Endangered Species, Water-Energy, Regulation, LawrenceBerkeley National Laboratory, Citrus, Cotton, Corn, Vegetable& Nut Production, Salinity, Air Quality

Employment, Emigration,

Environment

Jan. 19-22, 2016 Tyler/East Texas

#7

Forestry, Fisheries, Livestock, Poultry, Horticulture, FoodDistribution, Value Added Processing, Endangered Species,Wetlands, Stephen F. Austin University, AgricultureResearch.

Production, Producers,

Progress

April 22 - May 4,

2016

International

#8

International Trade & World Markets, Production Practices,Critical Issues, Government Policy, Competitiveness, ForeignCultures, Customs and Values.

Competition, Communication,

Culture

June 3, 2016 College Station Hilton Hotel and Conference Center; TALL-Alumni AnnualMeeting; TALL Advisory Board Annual Meeting.

Graduation

5

C:

EXPECTATIONSIt is expected that TALL class members will actively participate in all meetings and activities

with:

an open and inquiring mind, a willingness to learn, a respect for opinions of those not in agreement with their own, a commitment to communicate class activities and experiences, and a commitment to greater service for the betterment of agriculture in

their own community, Texas and the United States.

A time commitment of approximately 45 days is required during the two-year program period.Leadership is a commitment. If you are to participate, you must fulfill the obligation.

Communication and personal skill development are important parts of the curriculum with the ideathat knowledge is good for the individual, only if it can be diplomatically shared with others.

CONDUCT

Those selected for TALL are fortunate. Selection into the program automatically sets theparticipants apart, placing them among a highly acclaimed group. Each class member has provento have leadership potential. Each is expected to conduct himself/herself as a responsible leader.The values of the TALL program are respected statewide and each participant is expected touphold those values. Along with the honor of being a member of TALL comes the responsibilityto themselves, their classmates, and the agricultural community to exemplify the utmost personaland professional standards. TALL Alumni, Directors of the TALL Advisory Board, Texas A&MAgriLife Extension Service, and the hundreds of supporters expect mature and responsiblebehavior from all TALL participants.

EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF TALL XIVCLASS MEMBERS

6

C: continued

PARTICIPATIONAttendance Requirement:Missed seminars cost both the participant and the program. It is realized that TALL classmembers have responsibilities to their families, professions and organizations, and sometimesconflicts occur and/or unavoidable. TALL class members will be responsible for notifying theProgram Director no later than 10 days before the seminar if they will not be present.Attendance at all seminars is a priority concern of the TALL Advisory Board resulting in specificguidelines and disciplinary action in cases of unexcused absences. Assumed excused absencesmight be:

• Family Emergency• Legitimate Business Emergency• Illness• Natural Disaster• Legal Requirements

It is expected that each participant will attend every seminar in its entirety.

Unexcused absences, tardiness and early departures will be accumulated on an hourlybasis to represent total missed seminar time.

Unexcused absences totaling one seminar will result in official notice of concern from theTALL Advisory Board.

Unexcused absences totaling two seminars will result in loss of the internationalexperience.

Unexcused absences totaling three seminars will result in dismissal from the TALLprogram.

There should be no late arrivals or early departures from the seminars. All absences, latearrivals and early departures will be recorded.

* Details of the attendance policy will be explained and distributed at the first seminar.

Spouses:It is very important that spouses of TALL class members be knowledgeable of the program andsupportive of participation of the spouse from the very beginning. A major commitment has beenmade by class participants and their spouses must pledge total support. It is TALL’s aspirationfor spouses to be an integral part of the TALL experience and to play a major role in alumniactivities. Class member communication is encouraged with their spouse on all activities withparticipation allowed at graduation at your own expense.

7

C: continued

EXPENSES

Financial Obligation: If selected to the class, a tuition fee of $3,000 will be required. If preferred, tuition may be

paid in three installments of $1,000,with the first payment due by July 1, 2014, 2 paymentnd

January 1, 2015 and the 3 July 1, 2015.rd

Late payment could forfeit your participation in the class. In-state transportation to meeting site and some miscellaneous expenses must be borne

by participant.

Hotel Rooms:All TALL class members will share a room with an assigned roommate. Room assignments willchange with each seminar. Cost of the room is paid by the TALL program.

Incidentals:All incidental expenses (i.e., telephone, room service, bar, TV movies, etc.) incurred byparticipants at hotels must be paid by class members at the time of the service or departure.

Meals:Nearly all meals are arranged and paid by the TALL program. At times group meal functions areimpossible to organize requiring individual TALL members to arrange a “meal on your own.”

Transportation:In-state transportation to the seminar site, transportation to the hub airport for out-of-stateseminars, and some miscellaneous transportation expenses, i.e., taxi, must be borne byparticipant.

DRESS CODEAs with any business or distinguished program, participants should always present themselvesin a professional manner. Following are dress codes and their definition:

Business Attire: Men – Coat and tie, either suit or sport coat & slacks.Women – Dress or business suit.

Business Casual: Men – Casual slacks, dress jeans i.e. (khaki’s) & collared shirts.

Women – casual slacks, skirts

No Blue JeansNo Tee Shirts

Seldom will shorts be appropriate for men or women. However, if thoseoccasions arise participants will be notified.

8

C: continued

MISCELLANEOUS

1. Narratives - A narrative report (at least 3 pages, typed if possible) will be required aftereach seminar and due 2 weeks after the last day of the seminar. The narrative shouldreport on the following: 1) What was learned each day, 2) What change has taken placein your attitude concerning you, your life, your job, your career, your family or any otherchanges, 3) What was different about your expectations of this seminar, 4) What did youbring back to be shared to help trade relations, future markets, incorporate new and oldinnovations, utilize new technology and to educate your colleagues.

2. Evaluations - An evaluation will be required after each seminar and due 2 weeks after thelast day of the seminar. The evaluation form will be provided by the TALL office.

3. Speaking Engagements - Following each of the eight sessions, every participant will berequired to provide a minimum of two speaking engagements, educational talks, pressreleases (or a combination thereof) within their community and/or industry regarding theirclass activities and experiences of that session. These will be shared with all classparticipants at the next session. (They might include: Farm Bureau, FFA Chapter, 4HClubs, civic organizations, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service area committees, churchgroups, commodity groups, office co-workers, etc.)

4. Homework assignments - Homework will be assigned by teams. The assignment willinclude research on Texas, California, Washington DC/New York City and the location ofthe international trip.

5. TALL brief cases, name badges and notebooks - The TALL brief cases, name badgesand notebooks are provided to you courtesy of the TALL Program. You are required towear your name badges at each session and if you lose your badge you will incur the costof a new one.

6. Passports - Each TALL XIV participant will be required to have a passport by January 1,2016. Forms may be obtained from the post office. You will need a legal (certified copy)of your birth certificate to obtain a passport. Passport will be used for security clearancewhile traveling.

7. Numbering system - Each TALL XIV participant will be assigned a permanent arabicnumber to be used to speed up roll call and account for attendance.

8. Punctuality - Being on time is of utmost importance. Each participant is expected to beon time if not early for each planned activity.

9. Thank you notes - Following each seminar, thank you notes will be required to be sentto speakers and sponsors. The TALL thank you notes will be provided to you and shouldbe sent out by 2 weeks from the last day of the seminar.

9

C: continued

MISCELLANEOUS

10. Presiding participants - For each session, TALL participants will be in charge of aportion of the program. Responsibilities will include: 1) introduction of speakers; 2) takephotos during each session; 3) obtain addresses of each speaker and/or sponsor, i.e.collect business cards; 4) present each speaker with tokens/gifts provided by TALL office;5) oversee on-site classroom set-up ( seating, lighting, audio-video equipment,refreshments, and meals).

11. Scribing - On occasion, participants will be assigned to scribe a portion of each seminar.Responsibilities include taking notes of who spoke to the class, what was presented, anyand all activities that occurred during their assigned time, including a journal of the daysexperiences. (This is different from the narrative.)

12. Starting and ending times - The starting time for each in-state seminar will begin at 1:00p.m. on Tuesday’s and end on 1:00 p.m. on Friday’s. On rare occasions this mightchange, however, all participants will be notified in advance.

13. Address or e-mail changes - Each TALL participant is responsible for updating theiraddress and/or e-mail with the TALL office in a timely manner.

14. Cellular phones/Pagers - All cell phones/pagers will be required to be turned off duringany TALL session. However, they may be used during breaks or after seminar sessions.

15. International trip - Each TALL participant is expected to attend the International seminar;however, in the event that the participant cannot attend, the TALL participant is requiredto notify the TALL Director in writing by February 1, 2016 that they cannot attend.If the participant does not provide the requested notice, he/she will be required to pay forthe cost of their participation in the International experience.

16. Alcohol - No TALL program funds are expended for alcoholic beverages. Individualpurchases of alcoholic beverages should not be consumed during seminar activities.Intoxication is grounds for dismissal and/or termination. Tardiness due to the consumptionof alcohol will not be tolerated.

17. Tobacco - The use of any tobacco product is forbidden during indoor meetings and/orclassroom activities.

10

D:

Texas Agricultural Application Agreement Lifetime Leadership TALL XIV 2014-2016____________________________________________

The Application Agreement refers to pages 4-8 which outlines:

THE EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF TALL XIV CLASS MEMBER

The development of leaders in agriculture requires a great deal ofdedication from all involved parties, so please affirm your supportand commitment to the TALL Program by affixing your signatureand the respective date below. Your signature indicates that youhave read, understood, and agree to abide by the expectations,responsibilities, and requirements presented forth in thisdocument. Furthermore, you agree that once tuition has beenpaid, there is not a refund, full or partial.

________________________ ______________Participant Signature Date

________________________Participant Name

11

E:

Texas Agricultural ApplicationLifetime Leadership TALL XIV 2014-2016_____________________________________________

Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership invites you to apply to beamong a select group of outstanding leaders. Use ink or type.

1. Personal Information:

Name: Last First Middle

( As used on Picture ID )

Name preferred on name tag

___________________________________________________________________________________

_

Home Address: City State Zip

Code

___________________________________________________________________________________

_

County

( ) ( ) ( )

Home Phone (plus area code) Business Phone Fax Number

____________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Company or Business Position or Title

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Business Address City Zip Code

____________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

E-mail Address: W ork Home

12

E: Application TALL XIV - Continued

2. Have you applied for the TALL program previously? yes no

If yes, in what years:

3. Did you participate in 4-H or FFA? yes no

If yes, how many years and in which county or school district:

4. How did you find out about the program? Alumni Class Member Board Member

Media Sponsor Ag Leader Commodity Leader Extension

Other

5. Education and Training:

Provide information regarding your education including high school, university, graduate school or other

pertinent education (school/location, years attended, degree). List all schools and universities by name.

List the most recent first.

Describe other education and training:

6. Occupation Information:

Current occupation:

Company or farm/ranch name:

Position:

Commodities/products/services:

I have significant involvement in agricultural production and/or rural communities: yes no I have a significant involvement in agribusiness or providing services to agriculture: yes no

Agricultural Production Experience:

List and describe your full-time and part-time production (farming, ranching, growing, managing) agricultural

experience. Include livestock, crops, location, size and related data.

13


Agribusiness Working Experience:

List and describe any non-production or agri-business related to agriculture (i.e., ag chemicals, ag education,

ag sales, etc.). List the most recent first.

7. Organization and Community Experience:

List major awards or recognition received to date. Include educational institutions, college level, business

or field endeavors. (Specify school name)

Describe your volunteer, civic, community and church related activities.

Outline your leadership role in developing and carrying out a specific program or project. (Note any

special awards or recognition.) Including specific examples of your leadership experience,

memberships and service.

List and briefly describe any other accomplishments, skills and awards that you consider significant.

8. Personal Travel, Interests:

List three books, articles, movies or speakers that have given you useful insights during the past years.

Briefly describe your foreign travel, if any. Indicate countries visited, travel dates, purpose of travel (business

or pleasure):

List interests, hobbies:


14

9. Essay Section:

Answer the following questions on separate pages. Confine your answers to the specified word limitation.

Put your name on each sheet of paper. Be sure that the separate pages are all attached to the application

before mailing.

A. Please justify your inclusion in either category of participation: (1) Production Agriculture,

(2) Agribusiness (100 words or less)

Eligibility Requirements: Each applicant must be able to justify placement in one of the following

two categories:

Category I (production agriculture): The applicant must have a significant involvement as an

owner, operator, employee, officer, or director of a farming or ranching operation or major division

of a cooperation where the principal portion of the income is a direct result of the production of crops,

ornamental and/or turf crops and livestock, including horses.

Category II (agribusiness): The applicant must have a significant involvement in the business of

buying from, selling to, educating, financing or providing other services to farmers, ranchers and

persons or organizations engaged in or serving production agriculture and/or the food and fiber

industry. Persons employed by public agencies, providing such services to agricultural producers,

are equally eligible to apply. (“Faculty of colleges, universities, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

and secondary school systems working in agricultural fields are not eligible to participate.” Selection

Criteria, page 1).

B. Please discuss an important issue facing agriculture today. W hat is one specific idea of yours for

addressing the issue? (250 words or less)

C. Please discuss an important community or state issue. W hat is one specific idea of yours for

addressing this issue? (250 words or less)

D. Help us learn something about what is important to you and why. W hat relationships, feelings, and

ideas do you value? W hat do you stand for or against? W hy should you be selected to participate

in this program? W hat does leadership mean to you? How would you expect to use the knowledge

and experienced gained? (400 words or less)

15


Please read before signing:

I certify that all the statements made in this application are true, complete and correct tothe best of my knowledge and are made in good faith. I know and understand that allitems may be verified. I agree and understand that any misrepresentations or omissionof material facts herein may cause disqualification of my application. I agree to releaseany information contained in my application and all attachments.

I understand that the number of applicants may be greater than the number of positions,and only some of the applicants may be invited for interviews. I give my permission for thisapplication, including all attachments, to be shared and/or copied for these purposes. Iunderstand that the final selection of applicants is the sole responsibility of the Board ofDirectors of the Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership Program.

If selected, I have my company/organization support for my participation, and I will makeevery effort to attend all eight (8) seminars and one (1) graduation in their entirety. Iunderstand that excessive absence will be reported to the TALL Advisory Board forpotential action, including termination from the program. Also, if selected, I will remit toTALL the tuition fee of $3,000. I understand the tuition fee is non-refundable.

_______________________ ___________________________Signature Date

_____________________________Name

Deadline: Application and requested materials must be postmarked NO LATER than March 15, 2014

Your application cannot be considered until all requested information and

attachments have been received.

Send to: Dr. Jim Mazurkiewicz Regent’s Fellow, Professor and

Leadership Program DirectorTexas Agricultural Lifetime LeadershipTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service -2137 TAMUCollege Station, TX 77843979/ 845-1554; FAX: 979/[email protected]

All applicants will be notified of the Selection Committee’s decision by June 2014.

16

F:Texas Agricultural Employer StatementLifetime Leadership TALL XIV

2014-2016

Investment in agricultural leadership requires that many people become involved. Youremployee has indicated an interest in the Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership (TALL)program under Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service which is an agency of the TexasA&M System, thus committing himself/herself to participation in eight training seminarsover a two-year period. Attendance at all seminars and graduation is crucial to the successof the educational experience. Please indicate your support and commitment to thisimportant program by answering yes and affixing your signature below. This document willserve as approval for your employee to become involved.

Yes, I understand that ___________________________________will be away from his/her position for eight (8) seminars and one (1)graduation over a two-year time period. I understand that in-stateseminars will usually be held Tuesday through Friday. A seven dayseminar will occur in Washington D.C. and New York as well as aninternational study of approximately 12-15 days will take place duringthe second year of the curriculum.

Yes, I have been provided by the applicant a proposed curriculum andcalendar.

Yes, he/she has my authorization to participate in the Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership Program.

____________________________________________________________________Employer’s Signature Date

Employer’s Name:

Title: _________________________________________________________________

Business Address: ______________________________________________________

Phone Number:

E-Mail Address:

17

II. APPLICATION REFERENCES

18

A:(1 of 2 PERSONAL Applicant Confidential Recommendation Forms)

Must be a NON-Family member

PersonalTexas Agricultural Applicant ConfidentialLifetime Leadership Recommendation Form

TALL XIVName of Applicant:_____________________________________________________________

TO THE RECOMMENDER: The individual forwarding this recommendation form is applying to theTexas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership Program. The program is designed to prepare andmotivate men and women in agriculture for more effective leadership. Your recommendationis helpful in our selection process and in assessing the applicant’s qualifications.

I know the applicant: Thoroughly Fairly Well Not Well

How long have you known the applicant? ____________________________________

In what capacity do you know the applicant?

Please respond to the following: Exceptional Very

Good

Average Not Able to

Determine

Potential to provide leadership

Communication skills, oral/written

Openness to ideas and ways of thinkingoutside current profession

Esteem in which applicant is held in theindustry

Maturity level

Ability to relate to and work with others

Potential for growth through program

Self confidence

Overall assessment of leadershippotential

(Please continue on back)

19

A: Personal Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form - Continued

Name ofApplicant: _____________________________________________________________

Please provide your frank evaluation of the applicant and indicate your reasons why theagricultural industry and Texas would benefit through this individual’s participation in theTexas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership (TALL) program. (You may write on additionalsheet if needed.)(All recommendations are confidential and for the Selection Committee use only.)

Signature of Recommender: Date:

Please type or print:

Recommender Name:

Title/Position:

Business/Organization:

Mailing Address:

City, State, Zip Code:

Phone:

E-Mail:Please return postmarked no later than March 15, 2014 to:

Dr. Jim MazurkiewiczRegent’s Fellow, Professor and Leadership Program Director

Texas Agricultural Lifetime LeadershipTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

2137 TAMUCollege Station, TX 77843

979/ 845-1554 (W); 979/ 862-1516 (Fax)[email protected]


20

B:(2 of 2 PERSONAL Applicant Confidential Recommendation Forms)


PersonalTexas Agricultural Applicant ConfidentialLifetime Leadership Recommendation Form




How long have you known the applicant? ______________________________________



Good

Average Not Able to

Determine





Maturity level



Self confidence



21

B: Personal Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form - Continued





Recommender Name:

Title/Position:


Mailing Address:


Phone:

E-Mail:Please return postmarked no later than March 15, 2014 to






22

C:(1 of 2 PROFESSIONAL Applicant Confidential Recommendation Forms)


ProfessionalTexas Agricultural Applicant ConfidentialLifetime Leadership Recommendation Form




How long have you known the applicant? __________________________________



Good

Average Not Able to

Determine





Maturity level



Self confidence



23

C: Professional Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form - Continued





Recommender Name:

Title/Position:


Mailing Address:


Phone:

E-Mail:Please return postmarked no later than March 15, 2014 to






24

D:(2 of 2 PROFESSIONAL Applicant Confidential Recommendation Forms)


ProfessionalTexas Agricultural Applicant ConfidentialLifetime Leadership Recommendation Form




How long have you known the applicant? ____________________________________



Good

Average Not Able to

Determine





Maturity level



Self confidence



25

D: Professional Applicant Confidential Recommendation Form - Continued





Recommender Name:

Title/Position:


Mailing Address:


Phone:

E-Mail:Please return postmarked no later than March 15, 2014 to:






26

III. Application Check List

Name of Applicant:_________________________________________

The following items must be completely filled out and filed withthe TALL office by the March 15, 2014 postmarked deadline.

I. APPLICATION

D - Applicant Agreement with signature

E - Application for TALL XIV

F - Employer’s Statement

II. APPLICATION REFERENCES

A - Personal Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Forms (non-family member)

B - Personal Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Forms (non-family member)

C - Professional Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Forms (non-family member)

D - Professional Applicant ConfidentialRecommendation Forms (non-family member)

tall class xiv 2014-2016tall.tamu.edu/files/2010/08/tall-xiv-application2.pdf · 2 lubbock/amarillo...

Documents